White House Hotel

This is one of those hotels where you stay for the experience of feeling like you live in a vintage Victorian mansion. It is first a museum and second a hotel. There are so many cool and unique features to see, to read about and to just "feel throughout the property." Be sure to ask about the hidden speakeasy! The suites are expansive with views looking out to the Missouri River. The tall ceilings, vintage hardwood floors and large windows almost made it feel like a house instead of a hotel room. The bathrooms are also huge with beautiful claw-foot tubs. Antique furniture in the rooms is perfect. Ours did have a TV and a mini fridge which came in handy. The train station is within a stone's throw so you will get trains that run by in the middle of the night. We found it charming and it's only 2-3 times a night. Location puts you right in the heart of downtown. You can just walk out the back and go explore. There is a great coffee shop offering breakfast and lunch about 200 feet away and plenty of restaurants and shops to enjoy. There is even an ice cream joint next to the coffee shop. Keep in mind the rooms are up on the second floor so you do have to hike up a flight of stairs to get to them.

Honestly, there is nothing we did not like. We knew we were staying in an old hotel without all the modern amenities one typically thinks of so our expectations were very well met. if I had to critique anything, the bathroom down on the main level of the hotel could use better lighting.

it was in a beautiful historic hotel with lots of history!

nothing, it was beautiful

Absolutely stunning, the meticulous details and luxe 1860’s authentic furnishings were so over the top in the best way. This place is literally a museum so you can explore the other floors and hallways at your whim. There were few guests so the entire place feels like your own. We truly felt transported back in time. The hidden Jesse James speakeasy was so freaking cool. The quiet creak of the old wooden floors going up the stairs, and the soft glow of gas lamp style fixtures, with priceless antiques on every wall just elevated the whole stay. The copper soaking tub was unbelievable. I have stayed at a lot of places around the world and this is one of the best experiences ever. If you’re on the fence just do it already!!!!

From the moment we walked in, we felt so welcomed. The beauty and boutique feel of the hotel were simply amazing. Our bridal suite, beautifully done in pink, was stunning, and the beds were incredibly comfortable. and the location was close to many of the things we wanted to do. We will be back again!

Nothing, we really didn't have any complaints.